S. 2088

Referred to Committee

Brandon Act

Introduced 6/16/2021•117th Congress•Senate

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

6/16/2021 • Senate

Summary

Brandon Act

This bill modifies the regulatory requirement for referrals by commanding officers and supervisors of members of the Armed Forces for mental health evaluations. Specifically, the regulations must (1) establish a phrase that enables the member to trigger a referral for a mental health evaluation, (2) require a commanding officer or supervisor to make such referrals as soon as practicable following disclosure by the member of the established phrase, and (3) ensure that the process protects the confidentiality of the member.

Introduced in Senate • 6/16/2021

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security

Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of DefenseHealth information and medical recordsMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMental healthMilitary medicineMilitary personnel and dependents